ICC Mirius, Installation Instructions Manual

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INTRODUCTION
New building construction and energy saving techniques have
driven the need for improved communications between appliances
and building environmental systems. There are several different
protocols that have developed for accomplishing this task
including BACnet and Modbus. Since appliances come with a
variety of controls, interfacing with the various protocols presents
different challenges.
Industrial Control Communications (ICC) has developed the
devices to act as a communication gateway allowing appliances
to communicate to the different building management protocols.
The ICC module translates the appliance codes and commands
into the appropriate protocol language giving the end user the
ability to monitor and control the appliance. The end user will be
able to adjust and monitor the equipment and obtain better levels
of efficiency and cost savings.
The ICC module in this kit has been designed to seamlessly
integrate with the water heater controls. Once the unit is
connected to the control and to the energy management system,
the user will be able to operate the unit with the Building
Management system interface.
WARNINGS
When installing the unit, ensure that all power is off before
opening any water heater enclosure. Failure to do so could result
in electrical shock and/or possible damage to the unit.
Do not install in areas of high temperature, in excess of 167° F.
Install in areas not subject to water or excess moisture.
PARTS
Table 1. Parts Required
Item Ethernet Serial (RS-485)
ICC Module X X
Communication Cable X X
Power Adapter X X
Jumpers 4 4
Splitter X X
USB Key X X
TOOLS REQUIRED
Wire Cutters
24 AWG Wire Stripper
2.5 mm Flat Blade Screw Driver
GENERAL GUIDELINES
The module should be installed as close as practical to the water
heater control.
The ICC module uses a 120 Volt power adapter to supply 9 volts
DC for the unit. One 120 VAC outlet is required for each module
installed. The power adapter comes with a six foot length of wire.
If additional wire is needed, extra wire may be added, in
accordance with local ordinances for installation of low voltage
wire.
The ICC Gateway kit contains a USB key with the ICC
Configuration Studio program, all configuration files, parameter
lists and instructions required to install and configure to your water
heater/boiler and BMS system.
Before plugging in the ICC Gateway, install the ICC Configuration
Studio from the USB key and run the program. Once running,
select File, Open Project and browse to the USB key and select
the configuration file whose name matches the gateway,
Because some USB hubs may not supply sufficient current to run
the Gateway, insure that the ICC Gateway is connected to the
power adaptor. Then connect the ICC Gateway using the USB
cable provided. Run the ICC Gateway Studio application from the
start menu.
Each configuration has default address and BACnet instance
settings that can be changed. For Mirius gateways, the default
Modbus address is 1 and the default BACnet address is 81. For
gas models the default BACnet Instance Number is 520081 and
for electric models the default instance number is 530081. For
Ethernet Gateways, the default setting is to acquire an IP address
automatically from the router (DHCP). If a static IP address is
desired this can also be set. To change these addresses and
communication settings, use the ICC Configuration Studio
application program. The latest version of this application program
can be downloaded from:
www.iccdesigns.com/icc-configuration-studio.html
Before making any changes, it is recommended to save the
installed configuration project using the disk icon or
File -> Save
Project As
, then give it a name and select the folder, finally press
Save .
To change the Instance number and the Device Name, scroll
down and select the Device Object and replace the text in the
boxes in the upper right corner.
Figure 1. Changing Instance Number and Device Name
For ETH-1000 (Ethernet interface) the IP settings, including
DHCP/Static, the IP address and authentication can be changed
by selecting Ethernet from the upper left hand window and
changing the text and drop down list selection similar to changing
the Instance number above.
For Mirius (RS-485 A interface for BACnet MS/TP or ModBus
RTU), the baud rate and other serial communication parameters
can be changed by scrolling down to and selecting
RS-485 A ->
ModBus RTU Slave
.